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Sport Management, MS

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With a network of over 2,500 alumni working in the United States and throughout the world, we help you find USF Sport Management graduates all over the sports industry. Our alumni work in executive, administrative, and support positions in organizations ranging from professional sports to nonprofits.

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Career Outlook

275,000

sport industry jobs in Los Angeles and San Francisco by 2033

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$90,000

average salary three years after graduating

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2.7 million

sport industry jobs in the U.S. by 2033

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23%

higher pay for athletic directors with a master's compared to those without

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41%

increase in sport management wages over the past three years

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What Do Sport Management Professionals Do?

Sport management careers run the gamut, from operations to marketing to management. These are common paths for sport management professionals:

  • Agents represent athletes by negotiating contracts, securing endorsements, and managing their public images.
  • Athletic directors for colleges and high schools navigate the changing landscape of collegiate athletics and coordinate athletic opportunities for students to improve their leadership and decision-making skills.
  • Community relations connect teams and athletes with their communities through experiences like special ticket opportunities and a range of charitable services.
  • Media tell the exciting stories happening in sports around the world.
  • Operations lead critical front office administration, including player scouting and recruitment, contract negotiations, team strategy, and game analysis.
  • Product development create products that help athletes at all levels perform better and recover faster after workouts.
  • Sales and marketing build the buzz that engages fans, drives ticket and product sales, attracts business sponsors.
  • Sports governance work with the leagues and commissions that oversee all aspects of professional sports.

Where Are They Now?

We have a diverse group of alumni who are leaders in the sports industry and are valuable resources to the program and its students.

Top Employers of USF Sport Management Alumni

  • Golden State Warriors
  • University of San Francisco
  • UC Berkeley
  • SF Giants
  • Stanford University
  • Oakland A's
  • University of Southern California
  • Las Vegas Raiders
  • San Jose Sharks
  • SF 49ers
  • San Diego State University

Selection of Alumni Employers

  • AEG
  • ESPN
  • LA Galaxy
  • Pac-12 Conference
  • Meta
  • Microsoft
  • Seattle Mariners
  • Amazon
  • MLB
  • Seattle Kraken
  • IRONMAN Group
  • NBA
  • Apple
  • Tencent
  • Arsenal FC
  • SPORTFIVE
  • Nike
  • adidas
  • Phoenix Suns
  • Boston Red Sox
  • Toronto Blue Jays
  • GU Energy Labs
  • Boys & Girls Club of America
  • Sacramento Kings
  • Stanford
  • USC
  • San Diego Padres
  • Live Nation Entertainment
  • TaylorMade Golf Company
  • USA Water Polo
  • Rose Bowl Stadium
  • Honda Center
  • LA Clippers
  • LA Lakers
  • SoFi Stadium
  • LA Dodgers
  • Anaheim Ducks
  • Visa
  • GMR Marketing
  • Wasserman
  • US Sports Camps

Sport Industry Sectors

 
 

Collegiate Sport 41%
Professional Sport 38%
Venue & Event Management 8%
Sport Media & Technology 6%
Sponsors & Agencies 5%
NGBs 2%

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